Delhi’s Directorate of Education has declared 11 September 2026, a Friday, as a holiday for all offices and schools under its authority. The decision applies to government schools, government-aided schools and unaided recognised private schools in Delhi.
The closure has been announced in connection with the BRICS Summit. The directive is set out in a circular issued by the Directorate of Education’s Co-ordination Branch at Old Sectt, Delhi-54.
What the circular covers
The order states that all offices and schools under the Directorate of Education will observe the holiday on 11.09.2026. Its coverage includes recognised private schools that are unaided, as well as government and government-aided institutions.
The circular is dated 05/09/2026 and carries file number F. No. 30-3(17)/05/Circular/Coord/2025/154-159. It refers to Notification No. 53/868/GAD/CN/2026/5235-5277, dated 03.09.2026, from the General Administration Department of the Government of NCT of Delhi.
The order was issued for information and compliance and has the approval of the Director of Education. Vikas Kalia is identified as Additional Director of Education (Coord.), while Devender Kumar is identified as OSD (Coord.).
Instructions to schools and offices
The circular directs relevant education authorities and school heads to follow the holiday order. Copies were marked to officials including the Secretary to the Chief Minister, the Secretary to the Minister of Education, education department officials and district-level officers.
It also directs the heads of government, government-aided and unaided recognised private schools under the Directorate of Education to comply. The department’s Computer Cell was asked to upload the circular on its website.
Conclusion
The verified takeaway is that Delhi Education Directorate offices and schools covered by the order will remain closed on 11 September 2026 because of the BRICS Summit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When will Delhi schools under the Directorate of Education remain closed?
The holiday is scheduled for 11 September 2026, which falls on a Friday.
Q. Which schools are covered by the holiday order?
The order covers government, government-aided and unaided recognised private schools under the Directorate of Education.
Q. Are offices of the Directorate of Education included?
Yes. The circular applies to all offices under the Directorate of Education.
Q. Why has the holiday been declared?
The holiday has been declared in view of the BRICS Summit.
Q. Who approved the circular?
The circular states that it was issued with the approval of the Director of Education.
